As Trump and Xi talk, China surges ahead with its AI ambitions

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The BBC visits Inner Mongolia, where Beijing's AI infrastructure is progressing at "China speed", says one worker.

Key facts

  • Reported by BBC Tech and published Tue, 22 Sep 2026 22:04:31 UTC.

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Platform, chip and AI decisions set the terms other companies have to build on, so a single announcement here tends to ripple through products, supply chains and regulation.

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